Angels request release waivers on Brad Hawpe

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/4/13) The Angels requested release waivers on first baseman Brad Hawpe Sunday, according to MLB.com. Hawpe was designated for assignment earlier in the week. He hit .185 over 27 at-bats during his time with the Angels.

Brad Hawpe designated for assignment

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(7/29/13) The Angels designated first baseman Brad Hawpe for assignment Monday. The move clears a roster spot for the promotion of Daniel Stange.

Hawpe hit just .185 over 27 at-bats with two runs driven in during his short time with the Angels. The 34-year-old had not played in the majors since 2011 before seeing time with the Halos this year.

Brad Hawpe gets on base three times

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(6/27/13) Angels first baseman Brad Hawpe made the most of his start Thursday against the Tigers.

Hawpe hit a single and walked twice to finish 1 for 2. Hawpe also drove in a run and is hitting .308 in 13 at-bats.

Brad Hawpe added to Angels roster

Hawpe is a former All-Star who has not appeared in the majors since 2011. The 34-year-old is hitting .305 with a .909 OPS in the minors this year.

Angels to add Brad Hawpe for doubleheader

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(6/7/13) The Angels are expected to add outfielderBrad Hawpe to the active roster in time for Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox, according to the Los Angeles Times. Hawpe is not yet on the 40-man roster, so that will have to come first.

Hawpe is a former All-Star who has not appeared in the majors since 2011. The 34-year-old is hitting .305 with a .909 OPS at Triple-A Salt Lake so far this season.